Two men arrested after man turns up at Leeds hospital with gunshot wounds
The man had injuries to both arms
Two men have been arrested after a suspected shooting in Leeds.
A man, in his 20s, turned up to hospital shortly after 10pm yesterday (Tuesday September 1) with gunshot wounds to both arms.
A police investigation was launched and a cordon has been put up in Cambrian Street, Holbeck, where the shooting is believed to have taken place.
Two men, both 26, have been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and are currently in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Daniel Bates, of the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team, said: “We understand that any discharge of a firearm will cause some concern in the wider community and local residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area.
“I would like to reassure members of the public that we have extensive enquiries ongoing to establish the circumstances of what has happened and those involved.
“I would urge people to support our investigation by reporting any information about anything they may have seen or heard in the vicinity of Cambrian Street last night which could be connected to this incident. This can either be done directly to the police or, if people would prefer, anonymously to Crimestoppers.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team via the Live chat or by calling 101, quoting crime reference 13260498911.
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111 or online.